Title: Annexation of Kosovo and the role of preventive diplomacy

Authors: Besnik Murati

Addresses: Faculty of Law, University 'Isa Boletini' in Mitrovica, St. 'Ukshin Kovacica', Mitrovica, 40000, Republic of Kosovo

Abstract: Handling the case of Kosovo in historical, political and geostrategic terms undoubtedly constitutes a challenge in itself, bearing in mind its history, being as dramatic as it is challenging for the researchers themselves. It is no coincidence that the Western Balkans has been considered as a region which produces numerous crises that cannot even consume them, although in this regard, it should be kept in mind that not all states and peoples can be compared and conceived equally. This scientific paper intends to address the case of Kosovo in the historical, political, geostrategic and security dimensions, as well as the right of the Kosovo Albanian people to self-determination and freedom, which remained occupied for a whole century. The main focus shall be in interconnection of Kosovo annexation with the permanent commitment of the Kosovo Albanian people towards freedom and independence, the usage of different political and peaceful means with the only intention to enjoy the right to live freely just like any other people in the world, it shall be addressed also the role of the preventive diplomacy related to Kosovo case.

Keywords: annexation; discrimination; repression; diplomacy; preventive; Kosovo.

DOI: 10.1504/IJPLAP.2023.132002

International Journal of Public Law and Policy, 2023 Vol.9 No.3, pp.239 - 250

Received: 09 Feb 2022
Accepted: 12 May 2022
Published online: 06 Jul 2023 *

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